Strawberry Lime-Sage Shrub

This strawberry lime-sage shrub is a bright, zingy, vinegar-forward sipper that will be a hit at any patio party.

Strawberry Lime-Sage Shrub in a glass garnished with a strawberry
Prep Time:
35 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Stand Time:
4 hrs 10 mins
Total Time:
5 hrs
Servings:
16
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 16 servings

  • 4 limes, divided

  • 1 cup white sugar

  • 1 cup water

  • 2 cups sliced strawberries (about 10 ounces)

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage

  • 1/2 cup white wine vinegar

  • ice, as needed

  • 1 (2 liter) bottle club soda, chilled

  • strawberry halves, for garnish

Directions

  1. Zest and juice 2 limes to yield 1 teaspoon zest and 3 tablespoons juice.

  2. For shrub, heat sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Add sliced strawberries, sage, and lime zest. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, 15 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes.

  3. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a 24-ounce canning jar or bottle, pressing on solids to remove as much liquid as possible; discard solids. Stir in vinegar and lime juice. Chill at least 4 hours or up to 2 weeks.

  4. Thinly slice remaining 2 limes. For each drink, fill a rocks glass with ice. Add 3 tablespoons (1 1/2 ounces) shrub and 1/2 cup club soda; stir to combine. Garnish with strawberry halves and lime slices.

    Make a Big Batch

    Fill a pitcher with ice, all of the shrub, and 2 liters of club soda. Stir to combine. Garnish with lime slices and strawberry halves.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

63 Calories
0g Fat
16g Carbs
0g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 63
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 3mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 16g 6%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 14g
Protein 0g 1%
Vitamin C 19mg 21%
Calcium 29mg 2%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 56mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.